Find train tickets from Boston to New York

BOS — NYC
Nov 30 — Dec 71
1 adult
Sat 11/30
Sat 12/7

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Average price (round-trip)

$56

Average price (one-way)

$25
(avg. price over the last 2 weeks)
(avg. price over the last 2 weeks)

Top tips for finding Boston to New York train tickets

  • When booking the Amtrak or Acela from Boston to New York, consider beforehand whether you wish to check any bags for your trip. If so, be aware that Back Bay Station does not provide these services. The only station on this route that offers a checked bag service is the South Station in Downtown Boston. They also have checked baggage assistance if necessary. If you’re checking a bag, your arrival time should be at least 45 minutes before your train departs from Boston.
  • Trains from Boston to New York end at the Moynihan Train Hall (NYP) at Penn Station in Downtown Manhattan. Penn Station is connected to the 1, 2, and 3 Red MetroLink lines as well as the A, C, and E Blue MetroLink lines. These MetroLink lines transit to Upper Manhattan as well as other New York boroughs, like Queens and Brooklyn.
  • If you’re taking the train from Boston to New York, you can catch it at South Station (BOS). The train also goes through Back Bay Station (BBY) on its way southeast. You can reach South Station in Downtown Boston on the Red Line of the Boston subway system. As for Back Bay Station, it’s on the Orange Line of the subway.
  • There are two types of trains that travel from Boston to New York, the Northeast Regional and the Acela high-speed train. Both of these trains depart from South Station and Back Bay Station in Boston and end their trip in Moynihan Train Hall in New York. Both of these trains depart from SOn the Northeast Regional train, coach and business class are available. Apart from these classes, there are also rooms available on the night train. Acela has business and first class on this route.
  • 25% of our users found round-trip train tickets from Boston to New York for $56 or less.
  • You will generally catch the best train deals if you travel in the morning.
  • The cheapest train from Boston to New York was found 65 days before departure, on average.

FAQs when traveling from Boston to New York by train

  • Are pets allowed on the Amtrak train from Boston to New York?

    If you wish to bring your pet along with you on the journey from Boston to New York, they are allowed if they are a small dog or cat under 20 pounds, including the weight of the pet carrier. The pet carrier will count as one of your carry-on items. Keep in mind that pets are only allowed in coach class.

  • Are the Boston train stations accessible to passengers with limited mobility?

    Both Boston stations on the train route from Boston to New York (South Station and Back Bay Station) offer accessible services, such as elevators, accessible restrooms, and accessible platforms. Both stations also have accessible parking, the same day as well as overnight. If you require a wheelchair at the station, depart from South Station in Downtown Boston as they have wheelchairs for passenger use.

  • Is Wi-Fi available on trains from Boston to New York?

    If you need to access the Internet during your trip from Boston to New York, all the Amtrak trains on this route offer complimentary Wi-Fi, both the Northeast Regional lines as well as the Acela high-speed train. You can stay connected the entire time. In addition to Wi-Fi service, Amtrak also provides power outlets for each seat where laptops and cellphones can be charged.

  • Is there a restaurant onboard trains from Boston to New York?

    Yes, there is a restaurant onboard trains from Boston to New York. Both the Northeast Regional and the Acela trains have a café service. On the Regional train, they have hot and cold beverages, sandwiches, and snacks. If you’re traveling in business class, you’ll receive a complimentary beverage. The Acela route also has the Acela Café on board. For those traveling in first class, you’ll receive complimentary at-seat meal service.

  • How long is a train journey to New York from Boston?

    The train journey from Boston to New York takes 4h 05m on average and covers a distance of 187 miles.

  • What train companies travel from Boston to New York?

    Amtrak is the only train operator serving this route.

Book Amtrak tickets from Boston to New York (round-trip)

1/10Fri
nonstopAmtrak
4h 02mZTO-ZYP
1/19Sun
nonstopAmtrak
4h 21mZYP-ZTO
$56
12/9Mon
nonstopAmtrak
4h 02mZTO-ZYP
12/12Thu
nonstopAmtrak
4h 25mZYP-ZTO
$56
4/18Fri
nonstopAmtrak
4h 07mZTY-ZYP
4/20Sun
nonstopAmtrak
4h 14mZYP-ZTY
$56
2/15Sat
nonstopAmtrak
4h 04mZTO-ZYP
2/22Sat
nonstopAmtrak
4h 16mZYP-ZTO
$56
1/15Wed
nonstopAmtrak
4h 12mZTO-ZYP
1/15Wed
nonstopAmtrak
4h 32mZYP-ZTO
$56
2/13Thu
nonstopAmtrak
4h 02mZTO-ZYP
2/17Mon
nonstopAmtrak
4h 25mZYP-ZTO
$56
12/22Sun
nonstopAmtrak
3h 59mZTY-ZYP
12/27Fri
nonstopAmtrak
4h 25mZYP-ZTY
$56
1/14Tue
nonstopAmtrak
4h 02mZTO-ZYP
1/16Thu
nonstopAmtrak
4h 32mZYP-ZTO
$56
12/18Wed
nonstopAmtrak
4h 02mZTO-ZYP
12/23Mon
nonstopAmtrak
4h 25mZYP-ZTO
$56
1/18Sat
nonstopAmtrak
4h 04mZTO-ZYP
1/19Sun
nonstopAmtrak
4h 21mZYP-ZTO
$56
12/7Sat
nonstopAmtrak
4h 04mZTO-ZYP
12/10Tue
nonstopAmtrak
4h 32mZYP-ZTO
$56
12/21Sat
nonstopAmtrak
4h 04mZTO-ZYP
12/22Sun
nonstopAmtrak
4h 16mZYP-ZTO
$56
2/20Thu
nonstopAmtrak
3h 57mZTY-ZYP
2/22Sat
nonstopAmtrak
4h 14mZYP-ZTY
$56
4/18Fri
nonstopAmtrak
4h 07mZTY-ZYP
4/20Sun
nonstopAmtrak
4h 14mZYP-ZTY
$56
12/27Fri
nonstopAmtrak
3h 57mZTY-ZYP
12/28Sat
nonstopAmtrak
4h 14mZYP-ZTY
$56
1/25Sat
nonstopAmtrak
4h 04mZTO-ZYP
2/2Sun
nonstopAmtrak
4h 16mZYP-ZTO
$56
12/11Wed
nonstopAmtrak
3h 57mZTY-ZYP
1/15Wed
nonstopAmtrak
4h 14mZYP-ZTY
$56
12/11Wed
nonstopAmtrak
4h 02mZTO-ZYP
1/15Wed
nonstopAmtrak
4h 32mZYP-ZTO
$56
12/31Tue
nonstopAmtrak
4h 02mZTO-ZYP
1/1Wed
nonstopAmtrak
4h 21mZYP-ZTO
$56
11/28Thu
nonstopAmtrak
3h 59mZTY-ZYP
12/5Thu
nonstopAmtrak
4h 20mZYP-ZTY
$56

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Book Amtrak tickets from Boston to New York (one-way)

11/20Wed
nonstopAmtrak
3h 46mZRU-ZYP
$22
12/9Mon
nonstopAmtrak
3h 25mZTY-NR9
$22
12/9Mon
nonstopAmtrak
3h 25mZTY-NR9
$22
1/5Sun
nonstopAmtrak
3h 59mZTY-ZYP
$28
12/11Wed
nonstopAmtrak
4h 02mZTO-ZYP
$28
1/3Fri
nonstopAmtrak
3h 57mZTY-ZYP
$28
12/18Wed
nonstopAmtrak
4h 02mZTO-ZYP
$28
12/26Thu
nonstopAmtrak
4h 02mZTO-ZYP
$28
12/30Mon
nonstopAmtrak
3h 57mZTY-ZYP
$28
4/28Mon
nonstopAmtrak
4h 07mZTY-ZYP
$28
12/27Fri
nonstopAmtrak
3h 57mZTY-ZYP
$28
12/11Wed
nonstopAmtrak
4h 02mZTO-ZYP
$28
1/3Fri
nonstopAmtrak
3h 57mZTY-ZYP
$28
1/7Tue
nonstopAmtrak
3h 57mZTY-ZYP
$28
1/5Sun
nonstopAmtrak
3h 59mZTY-ZYP
$28
12/23Mon
nonstopAmtrak
4h 02mZTO-ZYP
$28
12/30Mon
nonstopAmtrak
3h 57mZTY-ZYP
$28
3/27Thu
nonstopAmtrak
4h 07mZTY-ZYP
$28
12/29Sun
nonstopAmtrak
4h 04mZTO-ZYP
$28
1/2Thu
nonstopAmtrak
4h 02mZTO-ZYP
$28

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